Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show amplified Drake beef, which is exactly what he wanted
Kendrick Lamar wowed American audiences during the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, virtually burying rival Drake in the wake of his lyrical avalanche.
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The Complete Breakdown of the Symbolism, References in Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance
Whether he’s filming a music video or writing a song, Kendrick Lamar is always deeper than most of us. And, that’s what made his Super Bowl Halftime performance so exciting and controversial. It was ...
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“40 Acres And A Mule” Explained: What Did Kendrick Lamar’s Line Mean In Black Historical Context
Kendrick Lamar mentioned the phrase "40 Acres and a Mule" ahead of performing "Not Like Us" at Super Bowl LIX. We explain its ...
The hidden Easter eggs in Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl outfit, from a $1.2m chain to the message on his jacket
While his show was dripping with secret messages, including digs at President Donald Trump and Drake, Kendrick's outfit was also laden with symbolism.
Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show Wasn’t ‘Radical,’ But Who Expected It To Be?
Kendrick marched up and down the Superdome more effectively than any player on the Kansas City Chiefs, rapping his vocals without missing a beat. His mic was low throughout his performance, but he ...
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Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Performance Was Poetic, You’re Just Lagging* [Editorial]
Yes, you read that right.Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show was hands down one of the Blackest moments of 2025. In ...